Meticulous reproduction of rare portfolio (1925-30) contains over 700 dazzling designs and motifs for buckles, clips, belts, mirrors, pendants, cigarette cases, rings, chains, necklaces, watchbands, brooches, studs, and charms. Invaluable, copyright-free source of authentic Art Deco designs for artists, jewelers, and period specialists.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
The Jewelry Engravers Manual by R. Allen Hardy, John J. Bowman Comprehensive practical manual teaches every step of the engraving process: initials and inscriptions, monograms, decoration and embellishment, more. Also includes care and maintenance of tools. Ideal for beginners. 89 illustrations.
Art Nouveau Fantasy Animal Jewelry Designs by B. Krieger Over 600 bizarre designs of birdlike creatures, strange aquatic animals, peculiar insects, winged snakes, and other fantastic fauna for royalty-free use by designers and craftworkers.
American Art Deco: An Illustrated Survey by R. L. Leonard, C. A. Glassgold Over 200 black-and-white photographs and incisive commentary on one of the most popular decorative styles of the 20th century, including remarks by Lewis Mumford, Frank Lloyd Wright, Norman Bel Geddes, and Edward Steichen.
The Jewelry Repair Manual by R. Allen Hardy Clear, step-by-step directions for cleaning and repairing jewelry, and setting stones. Tools and equipment, ultrasonics, steaming, electroplating, more. 268 illustrations.
Art Deco Design Fantasies by E. H. Raskin Derived from a rare 1920s publication, these images pulse with the flowing grace of aquatic life. Thirty full-color unbacked plates feature 56 abstract and figurative patterns in authentic Art Deco style.
